CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45 2023 vs
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel RC 40 2022 vs
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel S 40 2023

Contents and Test Summary

  1. Manufacturer Specifications
  2. Size and Weight Measurements
  3. Rolling Resistance Test Results
  4. Puncture Resistance Test Results
  5. Static Grip Test Results
  6. Conclusion
  • Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45
  • Pirelli Cinturato Gravel RC 40
  • Pirelli Cinturato Gravel S 40
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
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Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand PirelliPirelliPirelli
Model Cinturato Gravel M 45Cinturato Gravel RC 40Cinturato Gravel S 40
Year 202320222023
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in storeBought in store
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New or Used NewNewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km0 km
Price Range HighHighHigh
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Manufacturer Part Number 383499942162004161800
EAN 801922738340980192274216208019227416183
TPI 1206060
Compound SpeedGRIPSpeedGRIPSpeedGRIP
Bead FoldingFoldingFolding
ETRTO 45-62240-62240-622
Specified Weight 570 grams540 grams540 grams
Min Air Pressure 36 psi36 psi36 psi
Max Air Pressure 65 psi65 psi58 psi
Made In Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Available Sizes 35-622 (700x35c)
40-622 (700x40c)
45-622 (700x45c)
50-622 (700x50c)
45-584 (650x45b)
50-584 (650x50b)		35-622 (700x35c)
40-622 (700x40c)
45-622 (700x45c)		40-622 (700x40c)
45-622 (700x45c)
50-622 (700x50c)
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Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45 2023
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel RC 40 2022
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel S 40 2023
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Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45 2023
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel RC 40 2022
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel S 40 2023
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Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45 2023
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel RC 40 2022
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel S 40 2023
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Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45 2023
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel RC 40 2022
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel S 40 2023

Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Cinturato Gravel M 45Cinturato Gravel RC 40Cinturato Gravel S 40
Specified Weight 570 grams540 grams540 grams
Measured Weight 564 grams545 grams553 grams
Measured Width Casing 45 mm (un-round)39 mm (un-round)39 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 45 mm41 mm41 mm
Measured Height Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Tire Circumference Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Measured Knob Height Center 1.9 mm1.3 mm2.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.2 mm2.8 mm3.2 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.10 mm2.30 mm2.60 mm
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall Pro DataPro DataPro Data
All size measurements are taken at low air pressure on a 17.8 mm inner width rim.

Rolling Resistance Test Results


Rolling Resistance Test Results
Model Cinturato Gravel M 45Cinturato Gravel RC 40Cinturato Gravel S 40
Spin Up Video YouTubeYouTubeYouTube
Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 45 mm39 mm39 mm
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 66 psi/4.6 bar
33-35 = 60 psi/4.1 bar
36-38 = 54 psi/3.7 bar
39-42 = 50 psi/3.4 bar
43-46 = 46 psi/3.2 bar
47-50 = 42 psi/2.9 barHigh Air Pressure		 Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 55 psi/3.8 bar
33-35 = 50 psi/3.4 bar
36-38 = 45 psi/3.1 bar
39-42 = 42 psi/2.9 bar
43-46 = 38 psi/2.6 bar
47-50 = 35 psi/2.4 barMedium Air Pressure		 Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 44 psi/3.0 bar
33-35 = 40 psi/2.8 bar
36-38 = 36 psi/2.6 bar
39-42 = 33 psi/2.3 bar
43-46 = 31 psi/2.1 bar
47-50 = 28 psi/1.9 barLow Air Pressure		 21.7 Watts
CRR: 0.00650
(31 psi / 2.1 bar)		23.2 Watts
CRR: 0.00695
(33 psi / 2.3 bar)		25.6 Watts
CRR: 0.00767
(33 psi / 2.3 bar)
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 33 psi/2.3 bar
33-35 = 30 psi/2.1 bar
36-38 = 27 psi/1.9 bar
39-42 = 25 psi/1.7 bar
43-46 = 23 psi/1.6 bar
47-50 = 21 psi/1.4 barExtra Low Air Pressure		 Pro DataPro DataPro Data
The CX/Gravel section is a multi tire size section, air pressures have been adjusted to the measured casing width.

All numbers are for a single tire at a speed of 29 km/h / 18 mph and a load of 42.5 kg / 94 lbs.

Use the formula: RR (Watts) = CRR * speed (m/s) * load (N) to calculate rolling resistance at a given speed and load.

Puncture Resistance Test Results


Puncture Resistance Test Results (higher is better)
Model Cinturato Gravel M 45Cinturato Gravel RC 40Cinturato Gravel S 40
Total Puncture Score Tread 31 Points34 Points34 Points
Total Puncture Score Sidewall Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Tread Total Tire Thickness 2.1 mm2.3 mm2.6 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Pro DataPro DataPro Data

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Cinturato Gravel M 45Cinturato Gravel RC 40Cinturato Gravel S 40
Wet Grip Average 75 Points70 Points65 Points
Wet Grip Center Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Wet Grip Edge Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Measured Knob Height Center 1.9 mm1.3 mm2.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.2 mm2.8 mm3.2 mm
Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100
CX/Gravel grip test rim width = 23.0 mm
Wet Grip Test and Off-Road Tires (info)

Conclusion


Conclusion
Model Cinturato Gravel M 45Cinturato Gravel RC 40Cinturato Gravel S 40
Full Review Full ReviewFull ReviewFull Review
Verdict Highly RecommendedRecommendedRecommended
Rating 4.1 / 53.8 / 54.0 / 5
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  • Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45
  • Pirelli Cinturato Gravel RC 40
  • Pirelli Cinturato Gravel S 40
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)
Pro Members get 11-point radar charts